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Dr. Richard Abel, MD

Livingston, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abel, Anesthesiologist in Livingston, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Abel, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Livingston, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abel’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Abel speak?

    Dr. Abel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abel treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abel diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Abel. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Does Dr. Abel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abel accept in Livingston, NJ?

    Dr. Abel in Livingston, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Abel's office located?

    Dr. Richard Abel's Primary Practice

    94 Old Short Hills Rd

    Livingston, NJ 07039

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    Dr. Richard Abel's Practice 2

    495 Jack Martin Blvd Ste 1

    Brick, NJ 08724

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    Dr. Richard Abel's Practice 3

    3799 Route 46 Ste 211

    Parsippany, NJ 07054

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    What is Dr. Abel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508148016.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abel

    What is Dr. Richard Abel's specialty?

    Dr. Abel is a Anesthesiologist near Livingston, NJ. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Abel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Abel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abel is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Abel accepting new patients in Livingston, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Abel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Abel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Abel?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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